Value Stream Leader - Lean Ops in Precision Manufacturing

AM Global; Whetstone; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AM Global in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Value Stream Leader to own a critical manufacturing value stream in a world-class photonics and optics business serving aerospace, defence and industrial markets. You will drive operational performance, Lean continuous improvement and team development across production, engineering and coordinators, delivering on-time delivery, quality and cost targets.

You will apply Lean, Value Stream Mapping and 80/20 to eliminate waste, lead Kaizen events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or Business with leadership experience.
• Experience leading manufacturing value streams in precision environments.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma or related improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day performance of a manufacturing value stream with safety, quality, cost and delivery accountability.
• Own value stream P&L and drive productivity, efficiency and profitability.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams including production personnel, engineers and coordinators.
• Monitor KPIs and drive actions to improve OTD, lead times, yields and quality.
• Apply Lean, Value Stream Mapping and 80/20 to identify waste and implement improvements.
• Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives for cycle time and throughput.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

Associate Degree with relevant leadership experience

Equivalent leadership experience in manufacturing

Tools

Value Stream Mapping

5S

Job description

AM Global in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Value Stream Leader to own a critical manufacturing value stream in a world-class photonics and optics business serving aerospace, defence and industrial markets. You will drive operational performance, Lean continuous improvement and team development across production, engineering and coordinators, delivering on-time delivery, quality and cost targets.

You will apply Lean, Value Stream Mapping and 80/20 to eliminate waste, lead Kaizen events